The New York Butcher Shoppe vs Cargo & James Tea Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The New York Butcher Shoppe vs Cargo & James Tea including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
Cargo & James Tea Franchise
Investment $385,500 - $500,500$100,000 - $250,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$25,000
Royalty Fee to 4%7%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19992001
Year Franchised 20032006
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee 20% of fee-


Business Experience Requirements

 
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
Cargo & James Tea Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options

     
    The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
    Cargo & James Tea Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/No
    Equipment No/YesNo/No
    Inventory No/NoNo/No
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
    Cargo & James Tea Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
    Cargo & James Tea Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoNo

    Company Overviews

    About The New York Butcher Shoppe

    The New York Butcher Shoppe was founded in 1999 in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Since that time it has grown in popularity with customers and now has locations in South Carolina and Georgia with plans for new stores in additional states. The The New York Butcher Shoppe concept is founded on the principles of outstanding customer service and the highest quality product, in a clean and inviting atmosphere. Our line of hand cut steaks using Premium Angus Beef , prepared entrees, side dishes, salads and dips are always fresh and provide a unique shopping niche for our customers. We also offer fresh sausages, frozen pastas, vegetables, hard to find grocery items, and a top selection of fine wines and cheeses. The stores are able to operate well on small staffs in retail space from 1,100 - 1,600 square feet. Assistance with site selection is provided by us, as well as guidance through your opening and ongoing operations. As the owners of the Franchiser, we also operate stores and are hands on every day to build the brand and the system. Our commitment to successful franchisees is the same as our commitment to our customers and standards of operation. We will provide each franchisee:

    Initial investment for a store can run from $385,500-$500,500 depending on your lease, build out, and other factors.

    About Cargo & James Tea

    Cargo & James Tea has pioneered the specialty tea cafe business concept and knows the time is right to capitalize on increased tea consumption across Canada and the U.S., in a caf� setting. Cargo & James is truly revolutionizing the way we drink tea. With a trendy atmosphere and inviting feel to the caf�, stepping into a Cargo & James breaks the stereotype that tea is old. The tea industry is expected to exceed $10 Billion in sales by 2010 according to the Sage Report, �Tea is Hot�.